Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
In order to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury that may result from a fuel leak, always replace the fuel sender gasket when reinstalling the fuel sender assembly.
- Clean any contamination from the male pipe ends of the fuel pump module.
- Place a NEW fuel tank module seal on the fuel tank.
- Insert the fuel pump module into the fuel tank allowing the sensor arm and float to clear the module opening.
- Lower the module down into the fuel tank.
- Press the fuel tank module downward, aligning the tang with the notch in the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel pump module lock ring onto the fuel tank
- Install the J 45722 to the fuel pump module lock ring. See Special Tools .
- Using the J 45722 and a long breaker-bar, rotate the lock ring in a clockwise direction in order to lock the lock ring. See Special Tools .
- Remove the J 45722 from the fuel pump module lock ring. See Special Tools .
- Connect the fuel feed line (2) quick connect fitting to the module. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Engage the fuel feed line to the retaining feature molded into the fuel tank.
- Connect the EVAP line (1) quick connect fittings to the module and the vent valve. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Engage the EVAP line to the retaining features molded into the fuel tank.
- Install the EVAP line to the clip on the side of the fuel tank.
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement .
NOTE:
Always replace the fuel sender seal when installing the fuel sender assembly. Replace the lock ring if necessary. Do not apply any type of lubrication in the seal groove.
Ensure the lock ring is installed with the correct side facing upward. A correctly installed lock ring will only turn in a clockwise direction.
Ensure the lock ring is installed with the correct side facing upward. A correctly installed lock ring will only turn in a clockwise direction.